17 day North South Xinjiang Loop Special Train, Departing from Zhengzhou with Private Bathroom, Price List Announced

No need to drive or transfer frequently. Take Xinjiang’s special tourist train to slowly enjoy the scenery on both sides of the Tianshan Mountains. Various options from economy to luxury are available. Professionally operating Xinjiang tourist train tours. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer service manager Zhang Jing’s phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to get free: detailed itinerary and train introduction).
🚂 Travel Xinjiang on a ‘mobile hotel’ | 2026 17-day North and South Xinjiang loop special train, departing from Zhengzhou, with full bathroom facilities!
For many tourists from the Central Plains region, Xinjiang’s vastness is both alluring and daunting—with journeys often spanning thousands of kilometers, frequent transfers, and repeated packing, long-distance travel becomes a physical challenge. In spring and summer 2026, the ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ tourist special train, with its ‘travel by night, sightsee by day, stay on board throughout, and cabins with bathrooms’ model, offers a new option for tourists seeking a relaxed and in-depth tour of Xinjiang.
📍 Detailed Introduction to Routes and Destinations
The ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ special train departs from Zhengzhou, passing through cities like Luoyang, Xi’an, and Lanzhou before entering Xinjiang, covering three major regions: Eastern, Southern, and Northern Xinjiang, forming a complete 17-day loop itinerary. The entire route cleverly avoids repeated sections, connecting core scenic areas such as Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, the Duku Highway, the Ili River Valley, and Altay, encompassing diverse landforms like snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, canyons, oases, and ancient cities.
Turpan Area:Arrange visits to Karez Well (ancient underground water conservancy project), Flaming Mountain (typical Danxia landform), and Grape Valley (pleasant climate in May, with early greenery), avoiding the peak summer heat.
Kashgar and Pamir Plateau Section:Explore the alleys of Kashgar’s old city, then travel along the China-Pakistan Friendship Highway, visiting Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake (with a distant view of Muztagh Ata), Stone City, and Golden Grassland, offering rich highland scenery.

🚂Travel Xinjiang on a ‘mobile hotel’ | 2026 17-day North and South Xinjiang loop special train, departing from Zhengzhou, with full bathroom facilities!Duku Highway Section: The southern and middle sections of the Duku Highway are expected to open from late May to early June 2026. The special train itinerary matches the opening window, arranging visits to the Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon, Bayanbulak Grassland (Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns), and Nalati Valley Grassland, offering an ‘experience of four seasons in one day’.
Northern Xinjiang Ili and Altay:Sayram Lake is fully open in May, with melting lake ice and early wildflowers; Horgos Port showcases border vitality; Kanas and Hemu Village resume operations from May 1st, with forests and lakes complementing each other, fewer tourists, suitable for off-peak visits.
The entire itinerary adopts a ‘travel by night, sightsee by day’ model, with long-distance travel done on the train, focusing on scenic spot experiences during the day to reduce travel fatigue. In case of weather, road conditions, or traffic policy changes, the itinerary will be reasonably adjusted after consultation with tourists.
🗓 ️Simplified Itinerary (Based on the finalized 2026 original text)
A brief itinerary for the 17-day Panoramic Tour of North and South Xinjiang (Duku Edition) is as follows:
D1 Board the Dahe Zhi Nan special train along the way, starting a pleasant journey

For many tourists from the Central Plains region, Xinjiang’s vastness is both alluring and daunting—with journeys often spanning thousands of kilometers, frequent transfers, and repeated packing, long-distance travel becomes a physical challenge. In spring and summer 2026, the ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ tourist special train, with its ‘travel by night, sightsee by day, stay on board throughout, and cabins with bathrooms’ model, offers a new option for tourists seeking a relaxed and in-depth tour of Xinjiang.Main Passing Points:Zhengzhou, Luoyang
D2 Board the Dahe Zhi Nan special train along the way, rest or enjoy entertainment freely on the train
Main Passing Points:Xi’an, Lanzhou
D3 Arrive in Turpan Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Turpan
D4 Karez Well – Flaming Mountain – Grape Valley – Special train to Kashgar Lunch, Dinner Dahe Zhi Nan Special Train
D5 Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grassland – Tashkurgan

📍Detailed Introduction to Routes and DestinationsD6 Tashkurgan – Home visits to various ethnic groups – Baisha Lake – Kashgar
D7 Kashgar Old City – Fragrant Concubine’s Tomb – Special train to Kuqa
D8 Kuqa – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon – Bayanbulak
D9 Bayanbulak Grassland – Middle Section of Duku Highway – Nalati

Travel the beautiful Xinjiang on a tourist special train, with various options from economy to luxury. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer service manager Zhang Jing’s phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to get free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
D10 Nalati Valley Grassland – Six Star Street – Yining
D11 Yining – Horgos Port – Sayram Lake – Yining – Special train to Beitun

The ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ special train departs from Zhengzhou, passing through cities like Luoyang, Xi’an, and Lanzhou before entering Xinjiang, covering three major regions: Eastern, Southern, and Northern Xinjiang, forming a complete 17-day loop itinerary. The entire route cleverly avoids repeated sections, connecting core scenic areas such as Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, the Duku Highway, the Ili River Valley, and Altay, encompassing diverse landforms like snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, canyons, oases, and ancient cities.D12 Beitun – Kanas – Jadengyu/Burqin
(The subsequent itinerary continues north to Altay, then returns to Urumqi via Tianshan Tianchi, and finally takes the special train back to Zhengzhou, totaling 17 days)
💰 Price Information (2026 Reference)
Based on currently available 2026 price information, this special train offers various cabin options, with prices slightly fluctuating depending on berth type and departure date:
Hard Sleeper 6-Berth Compartment:Upper berth approximately 4580 RMB, middle berth approximately 5380 RMB, lower berth approximately 6280 RMB
Soft Sleeper 4-Berth Compartment:Upper berth approximately 7480 RMB, lower berth approximately 7980 RMB

Turpan Area: Arrange visits to Karez Well (ancient underground water conservancy project), Flaming Mountain (typical Danxia landform), and Grape Valley (pleasant climate in May, with early greenery), avoiding the peak summer heat.Additionally, cabin-type products (with bathrooms) come in 2-person, 3-person, and 4-person configurations, with areas ranging from 8 to 13 square meters, equipped with constant temperature air conditioning, separate wet and dry bathrooms, multi-light sources, USB charging ports, and noise reduction design, offering higher privacy and comfort. Specific prices need to be confirmed based on the selected schedule and room type.
⚠ ️Important Note:The above prices are market reference ranges. Actual costs are subject to the tourism contract signed between tourists and the travel agency and may fluctuate depending on schedules and availability.
📞 Registration Method
Tourists with travel plans can consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency for registration, berth selection, and contract signing. Customer service phone: 181-3962-2233 (same as WeChat). Staff can assist in checking 2026 schedule availability, travel policies, and itinerary details.
Some announced departure dates for 2026 include:May 9, May 30, June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, September 11, all during suitable periods for Xinjiang tourism, with scenic spots generally open along the route.
🧳 Cost and Service Description

Kashgar and Pamir Plateau Section: Explore the alleys of Kashgar’s old city, then travel along the China-Pakistan Friendship Highway, visiting Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake (with a distant view of Muztagh Ata), Stone City, and Golden Grassland, offering rich highland scenery.The special train is equipped with a dedicated dining car and chef team throughout, offering meals that blend Central Plains flavors (such as Daokou roasted chicken, Luoyang water banquet elements) with Xinjiang specialties (such as pilaf, baked buns). Dietary needs can be communicated in advance for changes. The carriages have multi-functional areas, including tea rooms, chess and card rooms, audio-visual entertainment, and karaoke, making the journey enjoyable.
All cabins have bathrooms with separate wet and dry designs, and are equipped with SOS emergency call devices, anti-slip floors, and luminous handrails suitable for the elderly, making them suitable for family and middle-aged/elderly group travel. For single registrants, the travel agency will try to arrange room sharing; if unsuccessful, special circumstances need to be negotiated separately.
The train also has a medical function area and barrier-free passages to ensure the journey. However, please note:The itinerary includes some arranged consumption and optional activities, with specific content subject to the tourism contract signed by both parties.
📌 Special Reminder
Scenic spot opening hours, Duku Highway traffic status, flight/train schedules, etc., may be affected by seasons, weather, or policies. If changes occur, the itinerary will be optimized after consultation with tourists.
All prices, schedules, and service content are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
Please read the contract terms carefully before registration, clarify rights and responsibilities, and ensure the itinerary meets personal expectations.
For more details, please call Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service:181-3962-2233 (same as WeChat), to get the latest 2026 schedules, availability, and personalized travel advice.
For more details on Xinjiang tourist special trains, consult customer service manager Zhang Jing at phone: 181 3962 2233 (Add as friend to get free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)